B70 0AY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Ryders Green in West Bromwich. Administratively it sits within Greets Green and Lyng ward and the West Bromwich East constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sandwell.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for B70 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00050472 (shared with 52 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
B70 0AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for B70 0AY.
354
36
£ 35,200 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: B70 0AY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines B70 0AY — 54% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B70 0AY. The average age is 36.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around B70 0AY is moderate at 72 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Newtown Primary School
Ryders Green Primary School
George Salter Academy
Harvills Hawthorn Primary School
Great Bridge Primary School
Hanbury Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- The Jolly Sailor0.7 km
- The Ridgacre0.8 km
- King Arthur Grill and Greets Green Sports Bar0.4 km
- The Beehive0.6 km
- The Fox & Goose0.5 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Alan Warwick Butchers0.8 km
- AUM News Ltd1.0 km
- B&M Retail Limited0.6 km
- Cakeland0.9 km
- D.S. Wines0.6 km
- + 16 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Blue Mountain Grill0.8 km
- Boulder Central0.5 km
- Nelly's Breakfast Bar and Grill0.3 km
- Phoenix Cafe0.0 km
- Glorious0.6 km
- + 11 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Tasty Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- Frydays Fish and Chips0.6 km
- Sanam Tandoori Restaurant0.9 km
- Caribbean Lunchbox0.8 km
- Chapman Chippy0.4 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Heron Foods0.8 km
- Best One0.9 km
- Asda Stores Limited0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dudley Port1.7 km
- Sandwell & Dudley2.1 km
- Tipton2.9 km
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Postcode Profile: B700AY · Data under Open Government Licence